Wadhwani & Shanfeld has been named Best Bankruptcy Firm of 2026 by Expert Law Attorneys as part of the 2026 ELA Awards. The recognition honors the Sherman Oaks, California firm for helping individuals and businesses find relief from debt through bankruptcy.
About the 2026 ELA Awards
The 2026 ELA Awards highlight law firms that deliver for the people they represent. The program recognizes firms across a wide range of practice areas for their experience, their reputation with clients, their professional conduct, and their service to their communities.
Why Wadhwani & Shanfeld Earned the Recognition
Wadhwani & Shanfeld is a Southern California bankruptcy and debt relief law firm that has helped more than 30,000 individuals and families, with offices in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Ontario, Palmdale and Lancaster. Founding shareholders Raj Wadhwani and Greg Shanfeld are both Board-Certified Bankruptcy Specialists through the American Board of Certification. Raj Wadhwani has handled more than 15,000 bankruptcy filings and was the first attorney to electronically file a bankruptcy case in the Central District of California.
The firm handles Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, small business bankruptcy, debt settlement, foreclosure protection, loan modification, IRS tax debt, wage garnishment, repossession, and creditor lawsuits and judgments. Clients speak directly with an attorney from the first call, consultations are complimentary, and cases can be handled entirely by phone, email or virtual meeting for convenience and privacy.
What the Award Means for Clients
For anyone dealing with overwhelming debt, the ELA Award is a helpful signal when comparing firms. It reflects the experience, client service, and professionalism Wadhwani & Shanfeld brings to each matter. The best next step is always a conversation with the attorney about your specific situation.